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The Significance of February and Frankie

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Today I turned my therapy dog calendar to February. It all hit me… the significance of it all.

You see, this calendar was the last project Frankie participated in, which was a calendar done of local therapy dogs.  I had orginanlly asked that Frankie be the feature for August (since August was her birthday). But there was some confusion as to someone else wanting that month.  I didn’t make a fuss about it, as it really did’n’t matter, I was just glad to have Frankie part of the project that helped raise money for a local cancer care fund.  I thought she was going to be the dog for January but when I got my copy late last year I saw she was February. Again, I didn’t think too much of it.

As I flipped the calendar today and saw my sweet girl for February so many things came flooding back to me. First to see her there on the calendar made me so proud of all she accomplished in her almost thirteen years. Second, this is the month I will launch my book Through Frankie’s Eyes.  The special edition will be released on Feb. 14th. The day I launched my first children’s book about Frankie was on Feb. 24th, 2008.  My book launch for my new book is Feb. 28th.

I don’t know about you, but I love being open to what may seem like coincidences, but really I think it is truly synchronicity. Because when you live from your heart center, life has a way of working out just as it should. This is exactly what February and Frankie is telling me– reaffirming for me that I’m traveling down the right path. And I also believe it we are open to signs from our loved ones from the other side, that they are there… Frankie is very much alive within me as I sit in awe and thanks for something as simple as turning the calendar to February. Oh sweet girl, you are so amazing!  Thank you for stopping by to say hello again and cheer me on into the next leg of my journey.

PS:  Another great thing about February?  A fantastic review and write up was done by editor, Jerry of Dachshund Delights for my new book.  Check it out!

Another Update on Sassy the Dachshund who had a Double Rear Amputation

294900_398357390255876_2066829892_nAs promised… here is another update about Sassy.  Can you stand this picture of her? So dang cute!

From LoveyLoaves Facebook page:

Sassy’s sutures are history! That means less cone and less confinement for Miss Sass which means a happier girl which means a happier US!

Dr. Minton and Dr. Scholl from Chickasaw Trail Animal Hospital… you are angels, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for performing a remarkable surgical procedure (Dr. Minton, on your day off nonetheless) and for taking such good care of us and our lil’ Loveys always.

Look out world– here comes the new and improved Miss Sass!

Valentine’s Day Rolling Doxie to Benefit the Frankie Wheelchair Fund/National Walk ‘N Roll Dog Day

UPDATE as of 5:00pm CST 1/25/2013:  The Valentine’s Day Rolling Doxie has sold!!!  A huge, grateful thank you to Jerry!!!!!

I’m super excited to share with you this sweet and delightful rolling dachshund sculpture donated and created by Grace Leisa of CJ Doxie Custom Sculptures!  As you will read below from the description from Grace’s Etsy shop, t he proceeds from the sale of this sculpture will benefit the Frankie Wheelchair Fund.  So if you want this sweet piece, you best jump on it now, before this adorable doxie rolls away!

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This rolling doxie has so much love to give! And as a loving tribute to all the ‘downed’ doxie’s that we have ever loved, 100% of the proceeds from this sale will be donated to the Walk ‘N Roll Dog Day to benefit the Frankie Wheelchair Fund. Barbara Techel of Joyful Paws (author of Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog) started this last year as a memorial fund after Frankie’s passing. Her mission is to help dogs in need to get their wheelchairs so they may live long, happy, quality lives.

This adorable doxie was meticulously hand-sculpted and detailed from premium quality clay. All of my creations are heirloom-quality, and they are finished with layers of protective, water-based glaze. Cleaning is always a breeze with a soft, damp cloth.

Quoted shipping charge includes insurance against damage and loss via USPS Priority Mail. Due to the fragile nature of this piece, combined shipping with another item is not offered.

The little sweetheart is ready to go home with you today! Can you think of someone special that would appreciate a cutie pie with a rose, love letter on a silver tray, and an assortment of sweet treats on Valentine’s Day?  Order here if you’d like to have this sweet one roll home to you!

A very special thank you to Grace for her love of our special rolling dachshunds and her wonderful generosity!!

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